NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1401 Le Roy Ave Berkeley, CA 94708

Berkeley Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $3,139,000 - $3,843,430

5 Beds
7 Baths
4,063 Sq Ft
$865/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 07, 2020

Last sale price $3,100,000 $763 Per Sq Ft

Est. 15% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $23,788/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • 20,769 Sq Ft lot
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • 2-minute walk to Greenwood Commons

About This Home

As of October 2020

Designed by renowned architect John Galen Howard (Campanile) for himself, with a spectacular library addition by Julia Morgan in 1925, this handsome estate-like property, elevated above the street on Le Roy and Rose, maintains a sense of privacy & has captivating S.F. Bay views. The wing design has effortless in-outdoor flow. Almost all the rooms on the main level have French doors leading out to an expansive brick patio with a pond & waterfall & all the rooms upstairs except for the master, have doors leading out to balconies. Pathways from the patio lead you up through the large yard. A bridge from the patio takes you to the elevator that goes to the 2-car garage. Located in a storied North Berkeley neighborhood, close to UCB, steps from the Rose Garden, Codornices , Glendale-Laloma Parks. Near Tilden and the amenities of Gourmet Village.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Norah Brower

Vanguard Properties License #01197240 Listed on: 09/08/2020

Co-Listed By

Daniella Brower

Vanguard Properties License #02086148

Last Buyer's Agent

Billy Karp

License #00955756

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $51,291

Year Built

  • Built in 1912

Lot Details

  • 0.48 Acre Lot
  • Lot Sloped Up

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • San Francisco
  • Bridge
  • City Lights
  • Mount Tamalpais
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Rolled or Hot Mop Roof
  • Wood Shingle Exterior
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • 4 Fireplaces
  • Den with Fireplace
  • Carpet

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Double Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Space Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Built by John G Howard
  • Berkeley Hills Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5822441

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$51,291

Year Built

Built in 1912

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1912
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBPACUN 01
  • Subdivision Name: Berkeley Hills
  • Directions: Euclid to Hawthorne, left on Le Roy
  • Architectural Style: Brown Shingle
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Three or More Stories
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Den, Dining Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Pantry, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Rolled/Hot Mop
  • Lot Features: Sloped Up
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, Hills, San Francisco, Mt Tamalpais
  • Builder Name: John G Howard
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Wood Shingles
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Space Heater
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Washer
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 20769
  • Parcel Number: 5822441

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 8, 2020
Closed on
Sep 28, 2020
Sold by
Lowenthal Mary Alice and Lowenthal David
Bought by
Greenwald Michael B and Bach Ronna C
Seller's Agent
Norah Brower
Vanguard Properties
Buyer's Agent
Billy Karp
List Price
$2,980,000
Sold Price
$3,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
$120,000
4.03%
Current Estimated Value
$3,564,178

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$464,178
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.92%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 31, 2006
Sold by
Lowenthal David and Lowenthal Mary Alice
Bought by
Lowenthal David and Lowenthal Mary Alice
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Greenwald Michael B $3,100,000 Chicago Title Company
Lowenthal David -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $3,100,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $3,100,000 -- --
10/07/2020 10/07/20 Sold $3,100,000 +4.0% $763 / Sq Ft
09/22/2020 09/22/20 Pending -- -- --
09/08/2020 09/08/20 For Sale $2,980,000 -- $733 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $51,291 $591,400 $177,400 $414,000
2024 $51,291 $3,395,840 $986,916 $2,408,924
2023 $49,788 $3,329,280 $967,572 $2,361,708
2022 $48,896 $3,264,000 $948,600 $2,315,400
2021 $47,817 $3,100,000 $930,000 $2,170,000
2020 $23,511 $1,280,617 $223,139 $1,057,478
2019 $22,281 $1,255,509 $218,764 $1,036,745
2018 $21,826 $1,230,897 $214,476 $1,016,421
2017 $21,092 $1,206,764 $210,271 $996,493
2016 $20,214 $1,183,105 $206,148 $976,957
2015 $19,900 $1,165,336 $203,052 $962,284
2014 $19,441 $1,142,510 $199,075 $943,435
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • N

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Norah Brower

    Vanguard Properties

    (510) 590-4290

    11 in this area

    42 Total Sales

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  • D

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Daniella Brower

    Vanguard Properties

    (510) 593-1031

    12 in this area

    40 Total Sales

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  • B

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Billy Karp

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40919983

bridgeMLS

APN: 058-2244-001-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94708 Berkeley Hills

1401 Le Roy Ave, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 1401 Le Roy Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708 since 08 September 2020 and is currently estimated at $3,513,858, approximately $864 per square foot. This property was built in 1912. 1401 Le Roy Ave is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School, Cragmont Elementary School, and Washington Elementary School.

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